Meet the editor

Dr. Yongcun Feng is a Professor of Petroleum Engineering at the China University of Petroleum. He is a member of the Future Leaders Program of the American Rock Mechanics Association and received a regional Distinguished Achievement Award for Petroleum Engineering Faculty from the Society of Petroleum Engineers. Dr. Feng received his Ph.D. in Petroleum Engineering with a focus on petroleum geomechan-

ics from the University of Texas at Austin, USA. He has published more than fifty technical papers and one book. He serves as an editorial board member for five technical journals. Dr. Feng takes an active role in geomechanics and petroleum engineering societies. He has served as a committee member and session chair for several international conferences.

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Preface

This book explores the latest advances in drilling and completion technologies. For example, it includes a detailed analysis of managed pressure drilling (MPD) to navigate complex geological formations effectively and delves into the pivotal role of artificial intelligence (AI) in improving drilling and completion decision-making. It also highlights the significant impact of digitalization and automation on well opera-

In addition to these technological advances, the book examines a variety of specific operational techniques. These include casing while drilling to increase operational efficiency and advanced diagnostic approaches to prevent rig accidents. It also covers critical methods for stabilizing wells in fractured reservoirs, maintaining cement sheath integrity, and optimizing continuous gas lift in the field. An important aspect emphasized in this book is the critical importance of learning from past drilling incidents, which is integral to advancing risk management and enhancing operational safety.

The book is divided into nine chapters. In Chapter 1, the book begins with an in-depth look at advanced drilling technologies, including MPD and controlled mud level,

Chapter 2 transitions to the role of AI in drilling and completion engineering, outlining the fundamentals of machine learning and deep learning, their applications in the

Chapter 3 examines the transformative effects of digitalization and automation on drilling and completion operations. It thoroughly discusses the integration of AI, machine learning, and robotics and their impact on well planning and execution.

Chapter 4 delves into the optimization of the drilling process, focusing on the casing while drilling technique. The chapter discusses its operational benefits and the techni-

In Chapter 5, the focus shifts to advancements in drilling rig safety and monitoring. This chapter highlights the importance of advanced systems in improving safety and

Chapter 6 explores the concept of wellbore strengthening in fractured reservoirs, looking at the engineering challenges and methods of creating high-strength plugging zones.

Chapter 7 provides a critical analysis of cement sheath integrity in wellbores. The chapter discusses the various failure modes and recent advancements in prediction,

emphasizing their impact on enhancing operational efficiency and safety.

field, and the challenges related to data quality and model accuracy.

cal challenges it presents.

operational efficiency.

control, and monitoring techniques.

tions, underscoring a new era in the oil and gas industry.

Drilling of Wells That Provoked Natural and Man-Made Disasters *by Leonid Anisimov*
